I had a ferret, she died a few years ago, but we're planning on getting more when we move. Ferrets like to grab things and run off and hide them so I'm sure you might loose a needle or two if you're not careful. Ferrets can be leash trained and litter box trained without a problem. The only concern I'd have with having one on the truck is it's sneaky little butt slipping away from you and getting lost. There is a ferret group at Ravelry, you might wanna check them out.

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I had a ferret, she died a few years ago, but we're planning on getting more when we move. Ferrets like to grab things and run off and hide them so I'm sure you might loose a needle or two if you're not careful. Ferrets can be leash trained and litter box trained without a problem. The only concern I'd have with having one on the truck is it's sneaky little butt slipping away from you and getting lost. There is a ferret group at Ravelry, you might wanna check them out.

Thanks. If I do decide to get one I'd be sure to put it in it's carrier before opening the truck door.

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I think they smell But I'm also overly sensitive to smells fyi. I did have a few rats when I was a teen. I liked them and they were clean and fun. Very interactive and tame. That's the way I would go personally.

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Ferrets have always given me the creeps BUT I did have two pet rats when I was younger, Alice and Victoria. They were very sweet rats and I loved them a lot. They were actually very smart and loved to be held.
Have you considered a cat? If you could have a dog, you could surely have a cat.

FYI, you can train a small dog to use a litter box just like a cat, or ferret for that matter. Chihuahuas are known for traveling well and while they will happily walk when you take them out, they're also just as content to curl up under a blanket instead. Contrary to popular belief, Chis are not wirey high-strung dogs. They're small, laid-back and very loyal. I could definitely see one being your travel mate.

My brother used to have a ferret...they are so comical...but like others have said they like to hide things and they like to hide themselves...very tricky little guys and can create a mess...his loved to tear up paper...or the chips that was in his pen he would throw them out... He would sleep most of the day but when Ray would get home from school he would let him out...I always thought it smelled awful too

I've had both ferrets and rats, and between the two I'd suggest a rat. I trained my rats to climb up my arms and perch on my shoulders, as they are very keen and sociable. Ferrets love to explore and have "puppy-like" personalities, so since you're on the road a lot, I think having a rat would be more rewarding for you. Hope this helps! Let us know what you decide!

P.S. - If you decide on a rat, I'd suggest a Dumbo. They have wonderful temperaments!